International Hellenic University Prof. IoannisVlahavas Dean School of Science and Technology 1
International Hellenic University Public University established in Thessaloniki in 2005 (Law No. 3391 October 2005) All programmesare are exclusively taught in English Three Schools Economics and Business Administration Science & Technology Humanities 2
The Governing Board Grammenos, Costas: Chairman Professor of Shipping, Trade and Finance, City University, Cass Business School, London, UK Koutitas, Christoforos: Deputy Chairman Professor of Civil Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki - AUTH, Greece Bakatselos, Nikolaos Deputy Managing Director, Pyramis Metallourgia S.A. Drougou, Stella Professor of Classical Archaeology, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki - AUTH, Greece Kaissis, Athanassios Professor of Law, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki - AUTH, Greece Levis, Mario Professor of Finance, City University, Cass Business School, London, UK Mallikourtis, Stelios Ambassador (Ret.) Vlahavas, Ioannis Professor of Computer Science, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki - AUTH, Greece 3
Why study at IHU? State Universitywith full recognition International world class teaching faculty Blend of academic rigourand practical relevancethat can be applied in the workplace immediately Excellent networking opportunities International studentbody Excellent facilities State of the art technology 4
School of Science & Technology Our postgraduate academic programmesare: are: http://www.tech.ihu.edu.gr/ Innovativein in character Interdisciplinaryin in content (combining technological knowledge with legal, social and economicimplications). implications). The School is developing strong industry linkagesin applied research projects, focusing on areas of mutual interest. Focus on: Information & Communication Technology Energy Environmental issues Sustainable Development 5
The two postgraduate programmes http://www.tech.ihu.edu.gr/ Master of Science (MSc) in Energy Systems Master of Science (MSc) in Information & Communication Technology (ICT) Systems 6
1. MSc in Energy Systems Energyis a key global issue for modern society Need to increase the integration of renewable energy sources in current energy grids Confront the environmental impact of current fossil-fuel fuel power plants and their transition to cleaner energy First Term Second Term Third Term 4 Core Modules 2 Compulsory and 3 Elective Modules MSc Project Intro to Energy Technology Systems Intro to Energy Economics & Quantitative Methods Energy Project Valuation & Financing Energy Law in Europe 7
Three cutting edge specialisations 1. Energy Systems Management Financial, managerial, legal aspects of modern energy systems and introduction to current fossil and renewable energy 2. Renewable Energy Modern renewable energy technology with an introduction to the managerial/financial aspects of energy systems 3. Fossil Fuels & Environmental Protection Conventional fossil fuel technology with all the latest technological advances in energy efficiency with reduced environmental impact including managerial/financial aspects of energy systems
2. MSc in Information and Communication Technology Systems Information and Communication Technology Systems (ICT)play a crucial role in all aspects of modern life and influence the performance of all sectors, including: Public and Private sector enterprises Modern Communication Systems Health Services Environmental Monitoring 9
Four state-of-the-art specialisations 1. Information Systems Management Integral part in all modern and future enterprise and governmental services (e-government, e-commerce, Financial and Enterprise Information Systems, Information Systems Security) 2. Communication Systems Management Telecommunications are still a booming technology sector, indispensable for modern society and businesses (wireless communications, ad-hoc networks, VoIP, IPhone services, Network and Services Management, Marketing and strategies for Telecoms companies) 10
Four state-of-the-art specialisations 3. Health Information Systems Health Information Systems support the current global trend in promoting quality of life, support for the elderly, remote and easy public access to medical information and services. (e-health, tele-medicine, Clinical Information Systems, Data Protection) 4. Information Systems for Sustainable Growth A dominant trend in European and Global policies is to incorporate modern ICT solutions, pertaining to: Environmental protection Natural Hazards Climate change Energy Efficiency Public Safety 11
Structure of the MSc Course First Term 4 Core Modules Exams Choose Specialisation Stream Second Term 2 Compulsory and 3 Elective Modules Exams Third Term MSc Project MSc Dissertation Submission/Presentation 12
Core Modules The following Core Modules are required for all three streams of specialisation: Introduction to ICT Systems (Εισαγωγή στα Συστήματα ΤΠΕ) ICT Management (Διαχείριση ΤΠΕ) Decision Support Systems (Συστήματα Υποστήριξης Αποφάσεων) Web Information Systems (Πληροφοριακά Σύστηματα Ιστού) 13
Information Systems Management Stream Stream Required Modules Advanced Information Systems: Design, Development and Maintenance (Προχωρημένα Πληροφοριακά Συστήματα: Σχεδίαση, Ανάπτυξη και Συντήρηση) Financial and Enterprise Information Systems (Οικονομικά και Επιχειρησιακά Πληροφοριακά Συστήματα) Stream Elective Modules (3) E-Commerce & E-Government (Ηλεκτρονικό Εμπόριο και Διακυβέρνηση) Knowledge Management (Διαχείριση Γνώσης) Multimedia Content Management (Διαχείριση Περιεχομένου Πολυμέσων) Information Systems Security (Ασφάλεια Πληροφοριακών Συστημάτων) Database Management Systems (Συστήματα Διαχείρισης Βάσεων Δεδομένων) ICT Law and Regulation (Νομοθεσία και Κανονισμοί ΤΠΕ) 14
Communication Systems Management Stream Stream Required Modules Mobile Communication Networks (Δίκτυα Κινητών Επικοινωνιών) Computer Networks (Δίκτυα Υπολογιστών) Stream Elective Modules (3) Network and Services Management (Διαχείριση Δικτύων και Υπηρεσιών) Multimedia Content Management (Διαχείριση Περιεχομένου Πολυμέσων) Information Systems Security (Ασφάλεια Πληροφοριακών Συστημάτων) Marketing and strategies for Telecoms companies (Στρατηγική και Μάρκετινγκ για Εταιρείες Τηλεπικοινωνιών) ICT Law and Regulation (Νομοθεσία και Κανονισμοί ΤΠΕ) 15
Health Information Systems Stream Stream Required Modules E-Health and Tele-care (Ηλεκτρονική Υγεία και Τηλεϊατρική) Clinical Information Systems (Κλινικά Πληροφοριακά Συστήματα) Stream Elective Modules (3) Data Protection (Προστασία Δεδομένων) Medical Imaging (Ιατρική Εικόνα) Consumer Health Information Systems (Πληροφοριακά Συστήματα Υγείας για Καταναλωτές) Database Management Systems (Συστήματα Διαχείρισης Βάσεων Δεδομένων) Ubiquitous Computing (Διάχυτη Υπολογιστικότητα) ICT Law and Regulation (Νομοθεσία και Κανονισμοί ΤΠΕ) 16
Information Systems for Sustainable Growth Stream Stream Required Modules Sensor Networks (Δίκτυα Αισθητήρων) Crisis and Disaster Management, Policies & Forecasting (Διαχείρηση Κρίσεων και Καταστροφών: Πολιτικές και Πρόβλεψη) Stream Elective Modules (3) Environmental Monitoring (Περιβαλλοντολογική Παρακολούθηση) Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing (Γεωγραφικά Πληροφοριακά Συστήματα και Τηλεπισκόπηση) Information Systems for Public Safety and Security (Πληροφοριακά Συστήματα για τη Δημόσια Ασφάλεια) Information Systems for Efficient Energy Management (Πληροφοριακά Συστήματα για Διαχείριση Ενέργειας) Ubiquitous Computing (Διάχυτη Υπολογιστικότητα) ICT Law and Regulation (Νομοθεσία και Κανονισμοί ΤΠΕ) 17
Employment Opportunities after the MSc Information Systems Management Managerial Positions in IT departments (private and public sector) Banking and other Financial Institutions Multinational Corporations Small and Medium sized enterprises IT companies Communication Systems Management Mobile telephony providers Broadband Internet providers Digital Radio, Television providers, Media Multimedia content providers and developers Governmental Telecommunication Regulation agencies 18
Health Information Systems Hospitals and health centers Consumer health companies Pharmaceutical companies Health governmental agencies Health software development companies Information Systems for Sustainable Growth Governmental bodies Network operators/providers (reduce ICT carbon footprint) Construction companies Environmental/Energy consulting Insurance companies 19
Admission requirements A good university degree (certified copy and transcript) A good IELTS or TOEFL score or a Proficiency Certificate for graduates from non-english speaking universities Two academic references Completed application form, including personal statement Tuition fees:4,000 Euros Rolling admissions process started 11-1-2010 20
Learning Resources Access to all major databases Subscriptions to scientific journals (hard-copy and electronic) On-line service Ask a librarian for immediate updates for the library users Career services For further information, please visit: For further information, please visit: www.lib.ihu.edu.gr 21
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